How far is Fulton, TX from Rockport, TX?
The driving distance from Fulton, TX to Rockport, TX is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.9 miles (4.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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City in Texas, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fulton and Rockport.
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Start on State Highway 35 North
1.5 km · 2 min · State Highway 35 North
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Continue on Rath Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Rath Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Broadway Street
1070 ft · 23 sec · Broadway Street
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Continue on North Austin Street
2178 ft · 46 sec · North Austin Street
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Turn right onto East Market Street
1354 ft · 27 sec · East Market Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Market Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fulton and Rockport.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Rath Street
Continue on Rath Street
1.49 mi · 00h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Fulton and Mostly Sunny near Rockport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fulton to Rockport?
The road trip is about 3.3 miles (5.3 km) and usually takes 00h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Aransas Pass is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.7 miles from Fulton and 1.6 miles from Rockport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.9 miles (4.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.45 one way or $0.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Fulton and Mostly Sunny near Rockport.
Stop Ideas Near Aransas Pass
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rockport Beach Park Pavilions
Port Aransas Municipal Court
Aransas Pass Street Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Aransas Pass.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fulton and Rockport. Straight-line distance: 2.95 mi (4.75 km).
#1 Fulton
Town in Aransas County, Texas, United States
| Population | 1,480 |
| Coordinates | 28.0614000, -97.0411000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockport
Seaside city of Rockport is located in the state of Texas.
| Population | 10,847 |
| Coordinates | 28.0207700, -97.0560100 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockport (-97.05601, 28.02077)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 5 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.78 | $0.45 | $0.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $0.51 | $1.02 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $0.55 | $1.10 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $0.48 | $0.96 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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